The Shard

The
Shard will open in 2012, becoming the largest
building in the European Union and adding a sure-to-be-iconic addition
to a London skyline already featuring such world-famous sites as
Big Ben,
the London Eye,
The Gherkin,
Canary
Wharf, the
BT Tower,
St
Paul's Cathedral and
The
Monument. So named as it will be clad
entirely in glass and distinctively shaped in a triangular design, The
Shard is symbolic of London's global standing.

The
View from The Shard is the official name of The Shard's
imperious viewing-gallery attraction, sure to become one of the most
popular London attractions of all, standing more than twice as tall as
any other view of London. The View from The Shard will open in February
2013.

Situated by London Bridge train station, The Shard stands
at 310 metres tall (1,017 feet), providing an unparalleled view across the length and breadth of
London. Floors 68 through to 72 will provide The View from The Shard, offering
London tourists a 360-degree view of the city's iconic, historic landscape. The
Shard will also provide a hotel and various restaurants, which are sure
to be hugely popular with visitors to the city. The Shard is
just a walk away from
Tower
Bridge and the
Tower
of London, allowing tourists to enjoy the contrast between the
city's glorious heritage and its dazzling modern architecture. Opening
in 2012, the year that London hosts the Olympic Games, The Shard will
become forever associated with one of the city's most glorious years.

Nearest Tube / Railway Station

London Bridge (Jubilee Line;
Northern Line)

Borough

London Borough of Southwark

Admission

Adults: £24.95 in advance; £29.95 on the dayChildren aged 4 to 15:
£18.95 in advance; £23.95 on the dayFree for children aged 0 to 3

Opening Times

The View from The Shard is open from 9:00am to 10:00pm seven days a week